Best Schools in Harpursville, New York
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Harpursville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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W a Olmsted Elementary School
Elementary · Harpursville Central School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Harpursville Junior-Senior High School
High · Harpursville Central School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$132,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$132,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +23.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Harpursville schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Harpursville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 2 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | W a Olmsted Elementary School | 5.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Harpursville Junior-Senior High School | 5.0 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.5/10
- Median household income
- $66,733
- Median home value
- $132,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 10%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 85%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Harpursville compares
Median household income
$67k
71% of New York median
Harpursville Central School District runs Harpursville's public schools
2 public schools. Harpursville Central School District is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Harpursville is a Harpursville Central School District school (2 of 2).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.0 to 5.9 — the spread is inside Harpursville, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Harpursville, New York
Harpursville, New York is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.5 out of 10, schools in Harpursville show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Harpursville is W a Olmsted Elementary School with a composite score of 5.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Harpursville is served by 1 school district: HARPURSVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 617 students.
Harpursville's community shows 10% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $66,733. The poverty rate in the area is 7.3%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 319 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 252 students · 7th–12th | 5.0 |
Schools in Harpursville
Harpursville, New York · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$66,733
Median Home Value
$132,900
Median Rent
$678/mo
Population
3,120
College Educated
10%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Community Profile
Harpursville has a median household income of $66,733. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $132,900, with a median rent of $678/month. The local poverty rate of 7.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New York
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
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A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Harpursville, New York
How many schools are in Harpursville, New York?
Harpursville has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Harpursville, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Harpursville is 5.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Harpursville, New York?
The top-ranked school in Harpursville on MySchoolScout is W a Olmsted Elementary School with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Harpursville, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Harpursville on MySchoolScout is W a Olmsted Elementary School with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the best high school in Harpursville, New York?
The top-ranked high school in Harpursville on MySchoolScout is Harpursville Junior-Senior High School with a composite score of 5.0/10.
How many school districts serve Harpursville, New York?
Harpursville is served by 1 school district: Harpursville Central School District.
What is the education level in Harpursville, New York?
According to Census data, 10% of adults in Harpursville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Harpursville, New York?
The median household income in Harpursville is approximately $66,733 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Harpursville, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Harpursville is 9.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Harpursville, New York?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New York State Education Dept., and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.